While early identification of Wi-Fi 7 SEPs is the long-term vision, immediate dominance in the wireless domain comes from identifying the sellers of Wi-fi 6 patents with enforceable portfolios.
Wi-Fi 6 is an evolving market, and while innovating and filing patents once dominated, things have changed. With the emergence of Wi-Fi 7 and its ongoing development, the key to wireless technology market dominance lies in acquiring and holding a strong portfolio of existing Wi-Fi 6 patents.
This report reveals the top seller of Wi-Fi 6 patents, analyzing its portfolio’s strength and potential for market dominance. The insights shared will well-position you to navigate the legal and commercial landscape of Wi-Fi 6.
The top seller of Wifi -6 Patents
Newracom
The California-based company was founded in 2014 by former researchers from the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI). The company is a significant player in the Wi-Fi 6 patent domain and has been identified as the top seller, according to GreyB’s Wi-Fi 6 dashboard.
Source: GreyB’s Wi-Fi6 Dashboard
Its portfolio demonstrates both technical depth and commercial defensibility, making it a strategic acquisition target for companies looking to strengthen their Wi-Fi 6 offerings.
Newracom’s Patent Portfolio’s Proven Strength in Litigation
In February 2021, Newracom sold over 200 US patents to Atlas Global Technologies, a subsidiary of Acacia Research Corporation.
Source: USPTO Assignment Database
Just four months later, Atlas Global leveraged these patents to file a series of lawsuits against major tech players, including Sercomm Corporation, Samsung, Asustek, TP-Link, D-Link, Oppo, Acer, HP, Compal Electronics, Unizyx (Zyxel), and Dell.
Source: GreyB’s Wi-Fi6 Dashboard
Subsequently, Atlas Global secured a $37.5 million settlement from TP-Link in a Wi-Fi 6 patent infringement case. This legal victory is a clear testament to the enforceability and commercial value of Newracom’s patents.
The patents involved in the lawsuit were related to Wi-Fi 6 technology. Understanding the specific technical areas covered by the patents in this lawsuit provides valuable insights for those developing Wi-Fi 6 products. It highlights the potential breadth and depth of Newracom’s portfolio, focusing on core functionalities essential for Wi-Fi 6 operation.
| Patent No. | Title | Current Assignee | Original Assignee |
| US10020919B2 | Protection Methods For Wireless Transmissions | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US10756851B2 | Multiplexing Acknowledgment Messages In Response To Downlink Frames | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9628310B2 | Long Training Field Sequence Construction | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US10327172B2 | Long Training Field Sequence Construction | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9531520B2 | Apparatus And Method For Downlink And Uplink Multi-User Transmissions | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US10153886B2 | Method And Apparatus For Processing Ppdu Based On Bss Identification Information In A High-Efficiency Wireless Lan | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US10542526B2 | Method And Apparatus For Transmitting Response Frame Based On Type In A High-Efficiency Wireless Lan | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9848442B2 | Method For Transmitting And Receiving Frame In Wireless Local Area Network | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9917679B2 | Interleaver For Physical Layer Protocol Data Unit In A High-Efficiency Wireless Lan | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9912513B2 | System And Method For Synchronization For Ofdma Transmission | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9763259B2 | Sounding Method | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9532187B2 | Acknowledgement Method And Multi-User Transmission Method | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
| US9825738B2 | Acknowledgment Method And Multi-User Transmission Method | Atlas Global Technologies LLC | Newracom, Inc. |
Source: Complaint Document – Atlas Global Technologies LLC vs. TP-Link
The analysis highlights the growing significance of strategic patent acquisition in the Wi-Fi 6 industry. Possessing patents that cover essential aspects of the technology is a potent asset for gaining a competitive edge in the wireless technology market.
Newracom’s Valuable Patents Across Multiple Areas
Atlas Global Technologies has acquired a portion of Newracom’s Wi-Fi 6 patent portfolio, but upon closer inspection, it is evident that some valuable assets have not been obtained. Although not a top priority for Atlas, our analysis indicates that these patents cover more specialized areas within Wi-Fi 6 technology, as given below.
Source: GreyB’s Wi-Fi6 Dashboard
Consequently, these fundamental wireless technology functions impact a wide range of Wi-Fi 6 product development efforts. This comprehensive coverage offers significant advantages for potential acquirers, reducing infringement risks, strengthening licensing positions, streamlining product development, and enhancing market competitiveness.
Conclusion
According to GreyB’s Wi-Fi 6 Dashboard, Newracom ranked as the fourth-most active technical contributor to the Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard, behind only Qualcomm, Intel, and Huawei.
Source: GreyB’s Wi-Fi6 Dashboard
Their contributions to the Wi-Fi 6 standard translate into a patent portfolio relevant for companies developing Wi-Fi 6 products to leverage such acquired SEPs in licensing negotiations and litigation.
However, determining the exact patents within Newracom’s portfolio that qualify as Standards Essential Patents (SEPs) requires a more in-depth evaluation.
GreyB, with its proven track record in identifying true SEPs from complex patent portfolios, is a valuable partner in navigating this landscape.
Reach out to us to assess the potential impact of Newracom’s patents on your Wi-Fi 6 development efforts and strategize your approach accordingly.
Authored by: Rohit Sood, Swapnajeet, and Aman Kumar, Infringement Team
Edited by: Annie Sharma
